Silver-plated housewares are lustrous and ornate examples of Victorian style. Produced in large quantities in England and the United States, silver plate was a hallmark of eclectic décor during the Victorian era (1837-1901). #VictorianSilverPlate #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 04, 2020.
Take a short trip with us back in time with our French wallpaper exhibition. “Zuber: The Art of French Scenic Wallpaper” features a panorama of various views of North America from the 19th century. #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 06, 2020.
Thank you again and always to the Airport’s custodial staff, past and present! We appreciate your work to keep the airport clean for the health and safety of travelers and employees alike. #SFOHistory #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 13, 2020.
The 1971 TWA uniforms came with signature Valentino buttons and matching scarves, and could be worn with pumps or go-go boots. In promotions, flight attendants were featured wearing various colors and combinations of the uniform. #WidebodyAV #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on March 23, 2020.
The Pan Am Historical Foundation (@panamhistory) was established #onthisday in 1992 by a group of former #PanAm employees to preserve and promote the unique heritage of Pan American World Airways, Inc. Thank you for your donations to the SFO Museum collection. #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on March 31, 2020.
The culmination of nearly 5 years of research and experimentation by Wilbur and Orville Wright, the Wright Flyer was the first piloted airplane to achieve controlled, sustained flight from its own power, although a catapult was required to launch it into the air. #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on January 06, 2021.
The first McDonnell Douglas DC-10 entered service #onthisday in 1971 with American Airlines. American's inaugural DC-10 service operated from LA to Chicago. Have you ever flown on a DC-10? #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 05, 2020.
The five mono-chromatic intaglio prints that make up the “Yale Portfolio” by #FrankLobdell all contain a fantastical landscape of abstract signs and symbols that are characteristic of the artist’s later work. #SFAC #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 03, 2020.
The most elaborate items were found in the dining room and main parlor, where they served a variety of entertainment functions. Decorated beverage services such as this lemonade set were very fashionable. #VictorianSilverPlate #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 04, 2020.
This 1945 TWA uniform was known as the “cutout” for the openwork TWA lettering on the shoulder. The triangular jacket flap could be unbuttoned to cover the TWA lettering, allowing the hostess to smoke or have a cocktail while off duty. #WomenInAviation #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on April 01, 2020.
This circa 1959 Pan American wool suit in Tunis Blue created a fresh look with sharp, angular features exclaiming the aerodynamic mood of the exciting new jet age. Do you remember this uniform? #PanAm #avgeek #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on May 13, 2020.
This is your last week to see “Extra ’O’!: African Barbershop and Hairdressing Signs.” Hand-painted barbershop and hairdressing signs are a vibrant form of African folk art in the form of advertising. What is your favorite sign? #ExtraO #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on October 20, 2020.
This photo from 1948 shows the airport’s information counter inside @flySFO’s passenger terminal built in 1937. With annual post-war air travel through SFO reaching one million passengers, an information counter was vitally needed to help travelers. #TBT #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on March 19, 2020.
This week on #SFOMat40: In 1991, we presented “Muted Exhortations” which featured sculptures by artist Kathleen McCarthy, focusing on the difficulties of communication for those with disabilities. Do you know sign language? #TBTSFOM #ASL #MuseumFromHome
This tweet was posted on August 20, 2020.